Thrillist has compiled a list of six new Seattle restaurants to try this weekend. Mkt. in Wallingford, seats only 30 people but what they lack in size, they make up for with their barrel-aged cocktails and locally sourced eats, such as fried quail, and grilled lamb tongue. Restaurant Roux in Fremont is serving up French Creole eats such as gumbo, po’ boys, beignets, and shrimp. Maison Tavern in the SoDo district is the newest speakeasy, featuring old-world Prohibition-style cocktails, burlesque dancers, artisanal plates, and a massive nightclub out back.

The first apartments of a new 49-unit Belltown building arrived by truck this past weekend and were craned into place. The apartments are part of a growing trend of manufactured apartments, arriving complete with plumbing, wiring, fixtures, cabinets, appliances and floor coverings. According to OneUnit, the apartment manufacturer, building the units in a factory is faster and more efficient than conventional construction, and eliminates weather uncertainty.

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Eater Seattle has just released the Eater 38, the essential restaurants to try in Seattle. Spanning across all cuisines and across the city, these are places sure to satisfy. Check out Saigon Deli in the Chinatown/International District – this deli has a long-standing reputation as the best place to get banh mi in the city;The New York Times rated it as one of the best 13 Vietnamese baguettes in the country. The Whale Wins in Fremont was recently named one of the Ten Best New Restaurants in America 2013 by Bon Appetit; this cheery place has an assortment of great seasonal vegetables and wood oven-fired meals. Terra Plata on Melrose Ave. has a commitment to local producers, featuring only the freshest foods. The menu at Terra Plata is always changing, so there something new to try every day.

People who get a head start on the day have been found to be more proactive and more productive. Here are a few things that successful people do to get ahead of the competition. Exercise before work; it’s proven to help wake up your body and prep you for your day. Map out your day; early hours foster easier reflection that helps when prioritizing your activities. Make your day top heavy; prioritize the largest, most important piece of your agenda to the start of your day, and let the small things fall after it.

Alaska’s multi-million dollar commercial crab fishing season, that begins October 15, faces delays if the federal government shutdown is not resolved soon, because National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) biologists won’t be able to issue individual fishing and processing quotas. A delay would be a blow to this vital industry. The paperwork processed by the NMFS ensures that crab is caught by certified American fishing outfits, and not “fish pirates.” Regarding the permits, Alaskan Senator Mark Begich says, “The paperwork trail helps Americans know the crab we’re eating is safe.” The Alaskan seafood industry has created over 34,500 jobs in Washington State alone, and $1.9 billion in wages.

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Scott Shapiro, the co-developer of Melrose Market, has big plans for the lower Queen Anne area. On W. Thomas, where an industrial space blocks a beautiful water view, Shapiro envisions a market full of local restaurants and retailers. The plan is to split the 6,700 square-foot building into nine units. The unit which features a deck that looks over the bay is planned to hold an anchor restaurant. The market is expected to open in the latter half of 2014.

The recently opened Seattle restaurant Westward, located between the Seattle Marina and Sky Launch boat storage, is a fresh new dining spot with unique cocktails and a “different” menu. The new seafood restaurant is not a hulking special-occasion restaurant fit for a wedding party. Instead, it’s a unique, modern restaurant with high ceilings and paintings of ships hung on the walls. Most every table is in plain view of the lake, and the food steers clear of pomp; no rich sauces or surf-&-turf combos. Westward is designed for “feasting and sharing,” which means typical menu categories such as appetizers and entrées are left off the menu. Instead, customers can tell the waiter how hungry they are and the staff will customize choices accordingly.

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Looking for something new and exciting for brunch? Here are a few new(ish) brunch spots around Seattle. Opened this past July in Ballard, Stoneburner’s brunch menu offers a number of egg dishes, and polenta hash with chard. Agrodolce in Fremont serves soft scrambled eggs with pancetta, radicchio, and oregano, and also has an entire brunch cocktail menu that puts mimosas to shame. Just around the corner from Agrodolce, Vif Wine and Coffee has a popular “frittata of the day” option.

For every terrible veggie patty, there is a meat-free, mouth-watering burger. Here’s a list of some of the best veggie burgers in town and where to find them. Over at Rain City Burgers on Roosevelt Way you can find their delicious chipotle black bean burger, which features the perfect blend of spice and smoke. Li’l Woody’s in Capitol Hill or Ballard features its black bean burger that actually manages to stay intact when eaten. Finally, Wayward Vegan Café in the University District features its mouth-watering Big Mac-inspired “Mac Daddy,” which consists of two no-beef patties, house-made Reuben sauce, and even the crucial middle bun layer- it’s not for everyone, but it is for vegans.

Whether you’re presenting a business plan, meeting with a friend, or simply want to get ahead in life, confidence is key. Here are six tips to change your thinking and make you appear more comfortable in your own skin. Do not slouch, this communicates you lack faith in yourself. Understand that most people aren’t thinking about you, they usually are thinking about themselves. Nix negative self-talk, don’t over think things too much. Lighten up, learn to smile, and laugh more. Handle mistakes with grace, no one is perfect, it’s not the end of the world. Finally, get feedback.

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Are you active in a neighborhood business district in Seattle? A small business owner in a local business district? The Office of Economic Development’s Only in Seattle Initiative works with businesses, property owners and other community leaders to organize around a common vision for a business district and attract investment. Check out OED’s Only in Seattle Initiative’s relaunched website, and find information about the upcoming Request for Applications for funding, tools and resources for business districts, a new interactive map and listing of neighborhood business district organizations, and more.

When things start to go wrong, whether it be missing a crucial deadline, or losing a key client, there is one thing that you have control over that can have a big impact on your life and business relations: your attitude. Your attitude is what determines your actions, and it also influences how others respond to you and how you feel about yourself. Here are three simple steps to help you have a better attitude and outlook on life: reframe your thoughts, reframe your comments, and reframe your criticism.

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In-person networking is probably one of the most angst-provoking events, right up there with public speaking. Lots of people are uncomfortable with small talk and don’t feel confident with themselves, while others are too confident, yet leave feeling insulted due to the negative response they receive. Here are some networking dos-and-don’ts to help you make a good impression. Make sure to have a plan, having a plan will make you more focused and productive at networking events. Don’t go in simply trying to sell your product or service, instead focus on building relationships and being helpful to others. Slow down with business cards, converse with people and learn about the other person instead of just giving away business cards, this will give a more positive impression.

For some travelers, a quiet hideaway with a cozy bed and luxurious amenities offers the perfect formula for a relaxing escape. Capitol Hill’s Shafer Baillie Mansion Bed & Breakfast may not be a quiet hideaway much longer after being named by U.S. News as one of the Top Ten Unique Bed and Breakfasts in America. Noted for its classic 1920s charm, with lavish decor and period accents, like mahogany woodwork, oak paneling and oriental rugs, the Shafer Baillie Mansion is a 1914 Tudor revival home. The B&B overlooks millionaire row, and boasts a spectacular view of the Olympic mountain range.

A happy employee means a healthier bottom line. Here are a few tips that can keep the crew happy: Build ownership among employees, enable them to feel like they have a genuine stake in their workplace and product. Keep employees informed, letting them in the loop builds trust and validates their importance to their organization. Money matters, but a nice compensation package isn’t always what motivates employees the most. When it comes to motivation, they are most inspired by the challenge of work, the purpose of work, and the opportunity to learn and contribute.

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It doesn’t matter what you do or where you work – everyone is looking for ways to be more productive on the job. But excessive amounts of caffeine and list-making won’t get you any closer to reaching peak productivity levels today. Tips for increasing productivity include, cutting your to-do list in half, using your morning to focus on yourself, and following the 80/20 rule.

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In the old days, it was not uncommon for a band to make money off something called an album. People bought albums and the money was divided between the record store, the label, the distributor, and the band, which included not only the artists, but also producers and lawyers. Since then, the business model for earning and divvying up revenue from record sales has changed drastically. Although people still buy albums, a vast majority of music is being listened to online. But how are bands supposed to make money off of clouds and $0.99 files? The Atlantic provides a great infographic that illustrates how an artist makes money off music these days.

Whether you are vegan for health or moral reasons, Eater has found the most awesome, crave-able, totally vegan dishes in Seattle. Just because you have chosen to avoid meat and meat-associated foods does not mean you have to give up your humanity in the process. Places like Café Pettirosso with their vegan macaroni and cheese, Wayward Vegan Café’s vegan biscuits and gravy, and Café Flora’s sweet cinnamon rolls provide scrumptious vegan options that will make your mouth water.

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As locals, we know that the best time to be in Seattle is right now. Not just for the amazing weather but also for the food. The city’s chefs are tapping into a casually brilliant dining trend that focuses on clean, bright fare made with produce from local farms and briny treasures from the sea. Though Pioneer Square is becoming a restaurant haven, the sunny weather beckons to be bathed in around town. Some “al fresco” options include Little Uncle by Cal Anderson Park, Picnic by Woodland Park, and Kedai Makan by Volunteer Park.

Content marketing is now a hot topic in the business world. For those who are new to the concept, instead of advertising, you become your own publisher of powerful writing, pictures, and video, all with the purpose of attracting and maintaining a loyal following who will hopefully buy your products or services someday. Though it sounds easy enough, the competition for people’s attention is growing. Content marketers who can identify patterns and give a call-to-action, among other things, will be able to produce an effective experience for their brand’s fans and followers.

Urban Visions has a contract to buy the Eitel Building at Second and Pike, with plans to renovate the 104-year-old, seven-story landmark to include a restaurant and bar on the top floor, as well as retail, office space, and residences. “It’s not going to be an easy project. It’s a historic renovation in a very small site at a very busy corner,” says Gregg Smith, CEO of Urban Visions, “I just think that now is [the Eitel’s] time.” Urban Visions has already bought several properties surrounding the Eitel building, making their recent purchase an accretive play.

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Much is written and taught about becoming a great leader. Many strive for leadership and many actually become great. Whether acquired by birth or circumstance, certainly the traits of great leadership are to be admired. And often they are a prerequisite to manage a high performing team or to take a start-up from humble beginnings to roaring success. Some traits shared by leaders include ambition, patience, humor, and compliance.

Phinney Ridge’s new Thai restaurant, Mai Thaiku, is a reincarnation of Thaiku on Ballard Avenue, which closed last year when its lease ended. While the original restaurant was one of the better of many Thai restaurants in Seattle, the reborn Thaiku is something else: a risk, serving truly authentic Thai cuisine. Manager of both the old and new Thaiku, Unchalee “Oh” Ayucharoen, says “we wanted to do something different and we didn’t want to compromise… I think Seattle is ready.”

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